World's Finest Comics ##156
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Curt Swan
Publication Date
March 1966
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story title: 'The Federation of Bizarro Idiots'. The Joker is released from prison by a Bizarro Superman and a Bizarro Batman. The Bizarros mistake the Joker for a hero and induct him into their group, the F.B.I., leading to a comedic conflict with the real Superman and Batman.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and minor color-breaking ticks. Light corner blunting on all four corners. Slight color fading along the left spine edge. Minor surface wear and potential light staining/foxing in the white speech bubbles. Edge wear visible on the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35 - $60; Graded (CGC 5.0): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded copies in mid-grade condition have sold for $40 to $55. CGC 6.0 copies have recently reached $180-$200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for preservation. The value increase for a 5.0 grade likely won't cover grading fees and shipping. A professional cleaning and pressing might push it to a 6.0, making it more viable.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman (Silver Age version). First appearance of the Bizarro-Joker. Significant Silver Age key issue regarding 'Bizarro World' lore and Joker crossover appearances.
Authentication Notes
The comic exhibits authentic Silver Age DC traits: a 12-cent cover price, Checkerboard top border, and specific half-tone dot patterns visible in the color registers. Paper aging appears consistent with mid-60s newsprint.